This publication provides an explanation of the global trade system, its purpose, its rules, and the role it plays in the management of the international economy. It addresses questions such as: What sort of disputes does the WTO deal with? Can business or citizens use the WTO dispute system? Is it possible to get a temporary injunction to stop some action? How much does it cost a to bring a case? How far can you keep on appealing a decision? As a guide to bringing a case before the WTO, or responding to a case already in progress, this book is a starting point for lawyers, business people, or government officials confronted with a disputable trade issue.--Publisher's description.